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So you’ve decided to embark on a home-building project… Whether it’s your first time pursuing home construction or you’ve been around the block before, paying attention to the latest trends can help you in the long run with resale value and overall quality of life.

Buying a home in Sioux Falls, South Dakota? Smart choice! Sioux Falls was rated as one of the 2019 Top 100 Best Places to Live by Livability.com – and once you live here, it’s easy to see why. From bike paths and parks to short commute times and a booming arts and culture scene, it’s an amazing place to live, work and raise a family. After you’ve made your list of must-haves and set a budget, it’s time to narrow down your choices.

Considering buying a new home? There’re a lot of factors to reflect upon before unlocking the doors to your new home, but buying a house is often a smart investment. Properties and houses appreciate over time and that is expected to continue as Sioux Falls becomes more metropolitan. In fact, Sioux Falls has one of the best appreciation rates in the country. Before making a checklist for buying a new home, bear in mind the trends and direction of the local housing market.

Sometimes the best way to find the perfect home is simply to build it from the ground up. New home construction can be a rewarding process in a community like Sioux Falls, whether you’re taking advantage of residential growth on the south side of the city or capitalizing on an available lot in the city center. Just remember to weigh your options and do your homework.

When you pay your mortgage every month, it can feel good to be putting your money toward a true investment. But as your repayment plan moves forward, your equity also grows—and this can be a valuable tool when used properly.

Is 2019 the year you’ll finally take the plunge and buy that first home, build your ideal space or trade up for something a little bigger? Keep an eye on housing trends in the region and nationally to know the perfect time to buy.

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